Roasted Cauliflower Soup Recipe (2024)

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Mary

Very good. Agree that I would double the amount of cumin and coriander, and mix it in with the oil before tossing with the cauliflower. Also substituted a sweet potato for the white potato as suggested by another reviewer. As is, the recipe is too thick - I added somewhere between 1 and 2 cups of additional broth to get it to a reasonable consistency. Will definitely make this again.

Spatchco*ck

DELICIOUS! I upped the cumin and coriander by a teaspoon for each, and added it to the oil. Made tossing a lot easier. You might also consider a pinch of cayenne, to brighten and add a little heat.Also added some salt and garam masala to the toasted almond slices. Made them a bit more interesting. Do not leave these out! They add to the complexity of the soup.Finally, if you can, use home made chicken stock. I happened to have some frozen stuff made from a fire roasted bird. Deep and rich!

RS

I found this a little bland in terms of the cauliflower/potato taste but too heavy on the onion flavor. I added a bunch of the fresh parsley before using the immersion blender for color and taste, and squeezed a lemon for acidity. It helped.

John Neill

Loved BabsD’s honesty..& in appreciating this culinary humour & frankness ( haven’t we all done this once!?) I’m wondering why the important & very easily achieved garnish ( at least the cauliflower pieces!) wasn’t done?My issue is being directed to lay out raw cauliflower pieces ..only to be later told to mix them up ..& lay’em all out again! Where’s the mixing bowl to begin with..& THEN lay out on the baking sheet! More efficient & easily achieved.

Turtle Toms

Followed the recipe with these modifications: increased the cumin and coriander to 2 tsps each, added a tsp of smoked hot paprika, subbed cilantro for parsley, added a can of coconut milk at the end as the soup was a bit too thick, and squeezed lime over the soup before serving. Really lovely with a side of feta honey spoonbread.

Jeddie

When preparing the cauliflower to roast, slice it in even "steaks". It cooks more evenly and we are blending anyway. Used one large onion and roasted half with the cauliflower, used the other half cooked with the garlic.Added 1/2 tsp cayenne, 1 Tbs balsamic vinegar to the soup.Garnished with sour cream, cilantro and toasted almonds.

tbucks

I switched a sweet potato for the white potato. It was so good!

Jsenbrink

I thought it needed a little bite so I added cayenne pepper, and it was perfect. Also, I skipped the almonds and garnished with a handful of chopped scallions plus the parsley. It was a big hit with six out of six diners.

CSN

Terrific! Made it exactly as written and the homemade stock I had probably helped. Almonds pretty key, I think. Might add a bit more onions and maybe even put the onions in the oven earlier than the cauliflower to really roast them.

Nandika

I cooked this dish as shown, except the parsley, as I was out. My whole family enjoyed the soup. To me it tasted similar to a cauliflower curry with lot of sauce. I am thinking about making it again without cumin, coriander and turmeric. I will use thyme and may be cardamom. Using the cauliflower leaves was a good touch. Normally I cut and throw away the leaves when I cook a cauliflower. I will definitely use the leaves from now on.

Alex

Great! On convection roast 400deg, the onions and cauli take 15 minutes, making this exceedingly quick and easy. Needs more salt, so added tamari for depth.Someone suggested Garam Masala on the almonds: I added a bit to the soup itself, and some red pepper flakes as well.

ERH

Was excited to make this soup, but it didn’t quite do it for me, even though I love roasted cauliflower and turmeric. The onion and garlic were a bit too strong and the cauliflower and potato a bit too muted. If I make it again, I think I’ll add some cream, chili flakes and maybe another potato. I will say that the toasted almonds were a great addition!

BabsD

EVO instead of butter. Skipped the parsley,almonds and cauliflower pieces for topping. Also roasted longer than 25 minutes. No immersion blender and I was impatient to finish the soup - used the blender before soup had cooled sufficiently. Oops - had a bit of a mess to clean up but the soup was great!

Maggie Sennish

Added a can of cannellini beans at the end and puréed into the white bean cauli sweet potato mix- divine and a little more protein for a lovely winter meal.

Jo Jo

Hi I made this and it’s Devine. My recommendation is to toast whole cumin and coriander and grind fresh. It’s terrible how stale store bought (especially coriander) can be. Yes increase amounts (turmeric too) I finished with some cream, but not necessary.

Tory Davis

I feel you, BabsD! I think we've all been there at some point <3 This was tasty but too thick, had to thin it with 2 cups of stock at the end. I upped all spices a bit; next time will double everything-- cauliflower and potato have powerful spice muting powers! Next time will also roast a few garlic cloves and + smoked paprika. And I LOVED the call to roast the leaves-- they were juicy and crunchy and a little burnt. Yum! I've always felt bad tossing them-- grateful to learn we can eat them :)

Matt

Bland as written. I don’t believe spicing and roasting the cauliflower contributed anything to the final product. I even ground my own cumin and coriander seeds before using them. I doctored it up significantly to save it but see no need to ever make it again.

Maria

Doubled the turmeric, cumin, and coriander as some others suggested. Substituted a sweet potato for white potato. Added cayenne. After blending, I sautéed and added: a diced, cooked sweet potato I had on hand, four mushrooms and some spinach. I poured most of it into three mason jars to refrigerate for lunch this week. There was a little bit left over that I ate right away. Delicious!

Susan

Wonderful! Toasted the spices with the garlic in butter Instead of roasting them with the cauliflower Had a leftover baked potato, so peeled it and added it with the broth. blended the whole thing in the high-speed blender. Perfectly smooth and delicious. Tastes cheesy but dairy free.

Godzilla

This is an easy and satisfying recipe. The third time I made this, I decided to use a Vitamix and I'm much happier with the texture.

carrie

Loved this satisfying vegetarian dinner. From the comments: I roasted half the onion and put the other half in the pot with garlic. Added a small can of coconut milk which made for a perfect consistency and added some heft. Thanks for the tips! Finally quickly made some homemade croutons out of leftover challah - delicious.

Rozie

Made this with brussels sprouts instead of potatoes since thats what I had lying around, and doubled the turmeric. Used good quality olive oil for everything instead of butter, and maggi cubes for the chicken stock. Absolutely incredible! My boyfriend now regularly asks me to make it, saying its his absolute favourite, and he used to not like cauliflower at all! Good ingreadients really do make all the difference for middle eastern cooking!

Dina

Cooked this at the last minute as we had leftover cauliflower. My husband described it as tasting like an Indian curry as opposed to soup. He added some cayenne and I added some extra salt. Worked for meatless Monday.

Stacey

Per recs of commenters, I added smoked paprika and squeeze of half a lemon, which I am surprised is not part of the recipe. Very good and will make it again.

AmySheep

I used a big pinch of whole cumin (instead of ground) and only half of an onion instead of two. Tossed the cauliflower, onion, and spices with plenty of olive oil, spread across two sheets, and cooked under the broiler for 10min. I also added a splash of white wine before the broth and peeled the potato since my emulsion blender makes a coarser puree than a stand-alone blender. Skipped the almonds and instead used the parsley, a bit of grated parmesan, and some crumbled crispy bacon.

Helen Ullric

Doubled the cumin & coriander, added a couple of dashes of cayenne. Very thick, delicious soup, could use additional broth.

Char

Mine came out like baby food. For the second day, I added 2 cups of chicken better than bouillon which really helped. Loved the almonds. I supplemented with the juice of 1/2 lemon for 2 bowls, a tsp of chili oil for each and a bunch of chopped scallions. Better, but this is a bland soup.

Sarah

I added a pinch of red pepper flakes and a small squeeze of lemon. I kept the blend somewhat chunky, as I prefer the texture. So, so good. Do not underestimate the almonds.

Tammy

Expected so much more from this soup. Doubled the spices (as suggested below) so at least there was flavor but because the spices were not cooked out first the soup had an astringent affect - a few spoonfuls sucked the moisture out of our mouths and was very unpleasant. No amount of blending could bring it to smooth. Colossal fail.

Natalie J

Good but I’ll probably play with it a little next time. I think some fresh ginger with the garlic would be a nice addition. Definitely a keeper, though. Another quick healthy vegetarian soup is always a good thing to have around!

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Roasted Cauliflower Soup Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Why is my cauliflower soup tasteless? ›

Bland cauliflower soup is a result of a lack of seasoning. Here's how to ensure every bowl is packed with flavor. Season twice with salt and pepper: You'll start by seasoning the cauliflower florets with salt and pepper before roasting.

How does Gordon Ramsay make cauliflower soup? ›

Roughly chop them into small pieces of the same size. Add the chopped cauliflower and the stock to the pan. Season with salt and pepper, bring to the boil and simmer for 5 minutes. Add the milk and cream, and simmer for a further 8 minutes.

How long does cauliflower soup last in the fridge after? ›

How long can you keep cauliflower soup in the fridge? This Cauliflower Soup will last about 4-5 days in the refrigerator. As always, use common sense and if it doesn't smell right, then throw it out.

What brings out the Flavour of cauliflower? ›

There are two really simple techniques that bring out the best in cauliflower: grilling and pickling. Dumping cauliflower florets in a mixture of salt and lemon juice for 45 minutes to an hour turns them into spiky little flavor bombs, delivering high-pitched squeaks in salads, sandwiches or the stew recipe here.

How to make soup really flavorful? ›

Use fresh vegetables, high-quality meats or broth, and fresh herbs to add depth of flavor. Add acidity: A squeeze of lemon or lime juice, a dash of vinegar, or a splash of wine can brighten the flavors of a soup and make it taste more complex.

Why do you soak cauliflower before cooking? ›

If you're planning to roast the cauliflower whole or slice it into steaks, slice off the thick stem at the base. Drop the whole cauliflower head upside-down into cool, salted water. Let it soak for 10 to 15 minutes to remove dirt, residue and bugs.

Why is roasted cauliflower good for you? ›

It's high in vitamins C and K, and is also a good source of folate, which supports cell growth and is essential during pregnancy. Cauliflower is fat-free and cholesterol-free. And it's low in sodium. A one-cup serving contains only 25 calories, 5 grams of carbohydrates and 2 grams of dietary fiber.

Is 5 day old soup OK to eat? ›

Leftovers can be kept for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator. After that, the risk of food poisoning goes up. If you don't think you'll be able to eat leftovers within four days, freeze them right away. Frozen leftovers will stay safe for a long time.

How do you know when cauliflower has gone bad? ›

As The Kitchn notes, cauliflower does see oxidative brown spots naturally, but it's not time to toss the cauliflower until the color turns from light brown to dark brown or black. That's the point of no return. Other telltale signs of spoilage for cauliflower include mold, off-smells, slimy texture, or soft spots.

Can dogs eat cauliflower? ›

Yes, dogs can eat cauliflower in moderation, either raw or cooked. Cauliflower is a source of dietary fiber, vitamin K, and vitamin C for dogs. Some dogs may dislike the slightly bitter taste of cauliflower. Avoid cauliflower with seasonings or oils, as they can cause upset stomach.

What vegetables can you not put in soup? ›

any veggie can be used in soup, but unless you're making a very delicate, exceptional soup, I'd steer clear of lettuce. some veggies have a strong flavor, so you may enjoy using them, but in moderation. For me, parsnips and rutabaga fit this category.

What is broccoli and cauliflower together called? ›

Romanesco, also known as broccoflower or Roman cauliflower, is a chartreuse, unique-looking vegetable prized for its appearance and mild flavor. It is sometimes assumed to be a hybrid between broccoli and cauliflower but is botanically different (although related).

Is cauliflower a blood thickener? ›

For those who are on a blood thinner, please do not consume an abundant amount of cauliflower. This is due to the high levels of Vitamin K inside of the vegetable. This can cause blood thinners to do the opposite of what they are supposed to do for your body.

How do I fix bland tasting soup? ›

Perk up a Bland Soup With Simple Pantry Staples

Add a splash of vinegar (any kind!), or a squeeze of citrus. Chances are, you could use a little more salt. Go ahead—it's ok. Salt perks up flat flavors and helps balance out bitter-tasting ingredients.

How do you fix flavorless soup? ›

If a soup is tasting bland in the bowl, consider adding acid rather than salt. A squeeze of lemon or lime, or a dash of yogurt or sour cream can add brightness to the bowl. Our Lemony Chicken Soup will make your mouth water.

How can I add flavor to tasteless soup? ›

Add acidic ingredients.

Foods that have a great deal of acidity, like lemon juice, vinegar, white wine, and tomato puree, can help liven up the flavor of bland-tasting bone and other broths. "The acidity of these ingredients works to complement and enhance the broth's flavors, not mask it.

How do you fix Flavourless soup? ›

Use fresh, good quality ingredients like vegetables and herbs. Add a little bit of vinegar or lemon juice to your soup to make it taste better. Use a high-quality broth or stock as a base for your soup. Roast or caramelize your vegetables before adding them to your soup to bring out their natural sweetness.

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